Can you swim in beaches in Brisbane?

Streets Beach, South Bank Don't miss out on a chance to swim at Australia's only inner-city man-made beach. Streets Beach is a Brisbane oasis; where white sand meets a crystal-clear lagoon in the middle of a bustling metropolis.



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It's only around 40 miles from central Brisbane to Suttons Beach, so you can make the drive in about 40 minutes. It's also possible to take a train from Brisbane Central to Kippa-Ring Station, then take bus 680 for 10 minutes or so to reach the beach.

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No list of beaches in Brisbane could miss the iconic, manmade Streets Beach, by far the closest beach to Brisbane CBD. The beach sits on the south bank of the Brisbane River, though not on the river's edge.

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What is Brisbane Famous For?
  • The 2032 Olympic Games. In the coming years, all eyes will be on Brisbane as it hosts the 2032 Olympic Games! ...
  • Sporting culture. ...
  • K'gari, Stradbroke, Moreton & Bribie Islands. ...
  • Australia Zoo. ...
  • Howard Smith Wharves. ...
  • CityCat. ...
  • New Farm Park. ...
  • Bakeries (and lamingtons)


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When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Gold Coast and Brisbane, we can see that Brisbane is more expensive. And not only is Gold Coast much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gold Coast would let you spend less money overall.

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Can you Swim in the Ocean in Winter in Brisbane? Most Queenslanders will agree that swimming outdoors during the winter months is a no go, but that's not to say it's impossible. It really depends on the tolerance of the person at hand.

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The only city in Australia with a beach in the inner city, Brisbane's Streets Beach is the place to catch sun rays year round. The only city in Australia with a beach in the inner city, Brisbane's Streets Beach is the place to catch sun rays year round.

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A diverse city with over 32% of its metropolitan population being foreign-born, Brisbane is frequently ranked highly in lists of the most liveable cities. Galleries and museums are an important part of the city's culture, with the most prominent being the Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art.

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The country's third largest metropolis is often overlooked in favor of Australia's more well-known tourist hot spots, such as Sydney and Melbourne. But Brisbane's subtropical climate, thriving arts and live music scene and bevy of outdoor to-dos make it a worthy destination for your next trip Down Under.

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Catching public transport from Brisbane to the Gold Coast Catching public transport is also an easy way to get from Brisbane to the Gold Coast if you have a smaller budget and more time to spare. This transportation comes in a couple of forms including the Airtrain from Brisbane Airport or a shuttle bus.

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Another wonderful family beach option is the coastal nook of Currumbin Beach on the Southern Gold Coast, regularly voted Queensland's cleanest beach. Home to Elephant Rock (a well-known rock formation with a viewing platform at the top), you'll also find sheltered calm waters for swimming and entertaining the kids.

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